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Ul'dah-transparent.png Coatleque Crofte
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Gender Female
Race Hyur
Clan Highlander
Citizenship Ul'Dah
Age Early to mid 20's
Marital Status In a Relationship
Occupation Paladin & Sultansworn
Height/Weight 5 fulms, 6 ilms / 150 ponz
Nicknames "CC", Lady Crofte

Coatleque Crofte (pronounced cottl-ee-kay) is, by her knowledge, the only remaining surivor of her fishing village from the north. Her life has been hard since the Calamity, but she is slowly working to piece it back together and raise her station in the city of coin.

She tries to appear and act like a proper lady at all times. Often found in and around Ul'dah as she is unable to stray very far due to her duties as a Sultansworn, she is a chronic workaholic and will almost always be found in uniform. She considers this to be her only proof of station within the city and takes her position very seriously.

While most people around the city can easily see her in the role of a knight, to any true noble it would be blatantly clear that she is not of their blood. While on duty she acts with the utmost respect and exudes the authoritative presence one would expect of the Sultansworn. When off-duty, she will always be dressed well with her hair made up, often with a hat of some sort. Her nights are spent quietly observing the myriad adventurers that pass through the city on the off chance she may hear rumors related to whatever investigations she has pending.

She had been shy in her past as the responsibility of the Gallantry was first laid upon her, but since then she has grown into the position. She is not one to begin a conversation, but she can certainly end one if it is called for. Her speech is slow and practiced unless something has upset or distracted her. In these moments her Ala'Mhigan origins will show through.

Her involvement with a Monetarist nobleman, Jameson Taeros, was well known through the city at one point. She has been rather withdrawn from the public lately, and the man himself has not been seen for some time. Inquiries into the affairs of House Taeros would find that the estate has been recently foreclosed upon.

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Coatleque did not have any formal education when she arrived in Ul'dah. Being the daughter of a fisherman, she knew how to cook, clean, and gut fish. She spoke with a heavy Ala'Mhighan accent and poorly at that. She was forced to learn quickly how to act and address the nobility, due to circumstances, or else she would not have survived long.

As of now she is able to read, write, and can speak slowly and eloquently as long as she is focused on her speech. She has basic knowledge of a myriad of useless skills which she had to learn, the more important of those being slight of hand and picking simple locks. Anything more than those of typical shackles would be beyond her skill.

The majority of her formal learning is that of swordplay from her training in the Sultansworn Order. While she was certainly not the best of her class, she did excel quickly at it and earned a few nicknames due to her two-handed fighting style that tended to leave her practice mates with sprained wrists.

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A firm believer in the Twelve, Coatleque relies on them for strength and guidance. She sees the work of their hands in all things around her and is baffled by how blind some people can be in their lack of faith. She is not one to push her beliefs on others even as she makes mention of the Twelve frequently through conversations.

In her past, Llymlaen was the patron of her village, being settled on the shores of Gyr'Abania. Some of her people did adopt Rhalgr as most of Ala'Mhigo would. It was through the faith of her friend Sapphire that she began to trust more in Menphina after she was brought to Ul'dah.

Seeing relationship after relationship either fall apart or end with another dead lover, combined with the loss of her close friend Natalie in the Order, she has taken Rhalgr as her patron. Recent events in her life have made her come to realize she cannot maintain a neutral ground where politics and justice collide. Through the blessings of Rhalgr she would hope to bring about the destruction of the plots of evil men against her new home.

Coatleque is also closely tied to Nymeia, goddess of fate, whom she believes will place portents of things to come in the dreams of those whom are destined to change them.

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Coatleque has no martial prowess other than that of the sword, her skill thereof being every bit of that which one would expect from the Sultana's Elite guard - though she is no grandmaster. Her style is one of mobility and brute force. She focuses on dodging attacks while exploiting openings in defense, and therefore will not favor a shield in combat. It is rumored that a full on hit from her blade when wielded with two hands is enough to split a wooden shield, or shatter the victim's arm if it is metal.

It is just as well that she has no love of combat and views all life as sacred. She very rarely spars with any live opponents, preferring the safety of a training dummy. If drawn into actual combat, she strikes only to disarm and subdue. If she ever lashes out to kill it would be out of fear for the lives of those in her care, or for her own safety.

Her personal arsenal has been collected over time from various jobs, missions, gifts, and commissions. The most recent addition being the large gilded sword she now carries often which was gifted to her by her paramour Jameson Taeros. She carries it more as a sentimental item while on duty - it has yet to see actual use, though it is a fully-forged and sharpened blade. Other blades she has kept are a long iron spatha when she needs concealment, a standard issue Brass Blade scimitar, a ceremonial cobalt winglet, and her own commissioned blue-steel winglet which was formerly her primary weapon.

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While it is true that Coatleque has some minor training in Conjuration, she was never very adept at the concept. She finds it hard to focus, especially in times of stress, which is not a particularly good trait for someone attempting to heal others. Still, she does know how to heal and even to raise. The former is very taxing on her, while the latter will leave her exhausted to the point of being momentarily incapacitated.

Her ability to use aether is otherwise unaffected. Her Paladin training has shown that she is able to channel the required aether through herself as if it were second nature. Defensive spells and offensive sword skills she can use with ease. Her difficulty stems from when another person is her target.

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There was a time when Coatleque was dead-set against speaking of her own background and life before joining the Sultansworn. Even today she is hesitant to share any details with those she does not know. In her line of work, however, she has found there are times when it helps to share certain details to prove she is no better than the criminals she is forced to deal with. People tend to open up slightly when they see each other on common ground.


Birth and Early Life:

Coatleque is from a remote fishing village at the Southern tip of Ala'Mhigo, the beaches of Gyr'Abania. Born Florence Fishbane in the year 1557 of the Sixth Astral Era just after the fall of Ala Mhigo, this makes her Garlean by birth alone if not for location. Built on the coast and of little importance, the village eked out a meagre existence far from the city-state itself. She was a typical country girl, the daughter of a fisherman with no special skills or talents. She spent her youth helping her mother cooking, cleaning, and gutting fish for her father. To this day she cannot bear the taste of seafood. When she came of age, her parents began the process of arranging her to be bonded to the miller's son. A quiet life she was honestly looking forward to.

When Dalamund came raining down, a rather large chunk of it fell to the ocean just off the coast of the villiage itself. The resulting tidal wave destroyed the village and swept away a majority of its inhabitants. Those who survived had fled to the old military outpost built into the cliffs just above the shore. Not even a week later, still in mourning, brigands from the mountains came looking to make quick coin off the salvage from the wreckage. Florence watched in horror as her fiancée was killed and cried out which gave away their position. What villagers were left were captured or killed as they tried to flee. She has never forgiven herself for this, which she considers the single greatest mistake of her life.

Captivity in Ul'dah:

They were carted off in rags and taken by cover of night to Ul'dah first. The leader of the brigands, Cadmus, was an experienced slaver who knew he could exploit the women and especially Florence for a certain quality she had. She was sold to Dace Korlon, proprietor of the Red Sands - an expensive brothel in one of the less frequented parts of Pearl Lane. There she remained for three long years of forced service as a high-class whore.

She would not have survived her ordeal if not for the kindness of another slave girl, a Miqo'te Seeker called Sapphire due to her deep purple eyes. Sapphire was the longest surviving slave girl at the time and had the Master's favor, being in charge of the other slave girls. She took pity on Florence and often came to her room at night to talk and teach her how to survive. It was Sapphire who gave her the name Coatleque because of her exotic red hair. The purpose being that Florence could pin all the wicked things she had been forced to do on Coatleque, then leave the name behind if the Twelve ever granted her freedom again.

It was Sapphire who taught Coatleque how to read and write, how to speak properly like a lady. How to dress, wear make-up and to look the part. Their clients demanded such from their higher-class girls after all. Sapphire also taught her how to perform simple dances, how to pick locks so they could walk freely at night, and simple tricks of slight-of-hand. The Master expected them to ply their trade to the fullest extent possible, after all, and many a nobleman left with their pockets much lighter than intended.

It was near the end of her imprisonment that Sapphire came to her one night looking very distraught. It seemed she had stolen something from a very influential client. Something she should not have. Despite the Master's insistence that she did well, she feared for her own life and new it was time to leave. Having swiped a key from Dace's room and bribed the guard for the night, she intended to leave and return to her tribe. It was then that she told Coatleque her real name, F'lierre, and the two knew they may never see each other again.

Not one moon after their emotional departure, the Brass Blades descended upon the Red Sands in a false-front raid to 'end slave trafficking'. What Coatleque later found was that F'lierre had stolen a forged signet ring of the house of Ul and the Syndicate was none too happy at its loss. The Blades ransacked the building, set it ablaze, and killed anyone who got in their way. Among the confusion, Coatleque managed to help as many girls as she could escape through the sewers. The next morning many of them saw their first sunrise in years once more as free women.

Answers in the Shroud:

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Return to Ul'dah:

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Meaning in Service:

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An exhaustive list of people that Coatleque knows, how, why, and her reaction to them. If your name is not on this list, it is because I either forgot or have not role-played long enough to form a sufficient opinion yet.


Alabrous Tane Affiliations: None Status: Deceased
A thoroughly despicable man and a shadow of Coatleque's past. Their relationship began while she was a brothel slave. He came around just long enough for her to start to care about him then suddenly disappeared. Later, Coatleque was forced to deal with him again during one of her investigations. She later discovered he was working for Jameson Taeros. Tane was killed by Jaxon Hawk right in front of Coatleque one night at the Quicksand while they were sharing a drink.
Anelia Sadowyn, Ser Affiliations: Former Sultansworn Status: Alive
The Azure Falcon of Carteneau Plains, Anelia's history with the Sultansworn was tumultuous at best. Her overzealous pursuit of Monetarist corruption has clashed with the goals of the Order on more than one occasion. Coatleque eventually had to confront her over this and Anelia left the Order soon afterwords to pursue her own goals as a Free Paladin. Since then, the woman has only become more relentless and is prone to overstep her authority to cleanse any perceived corruption.
Askier Mergrey Affiliations: The Immortal Flames Status: Alive
Explosives expert for the Immortal Flames' Red Wings. Coatleque knows of his past criminal background from her own briefings, but is content to allow the Flames to deal with him now. His overly lax attitude regarding weapons restrictions in secure areas leaves her distrustful of him. If not for the sake of Captain Mynheir, she would have nothing to do with the man.
Aya Foxheart Affiliations: Ishgard, Ul'dah Status: Blonde
The always lovely bar maid of the Quicksand. The nights she is working just seem to pass too quickly. Her constant kindness towards the Coatleque has caused her to take pause on occasion. She considers her a friend now, more than an acquaintance, and would try to keep her at length from the troubles of the city. The words Aya has offered as well as the quiet tea times they share have allowed Coatleque to relax on occasion and take stock of what is truly important to her.
Bartolomeo Filangierie, Ser Affiliations: Former Sultansworn, Ishgard Status: Unknown
Bartolomeo was the first of her comrades she was assigned to work with. Together they served the Harbingers of Dawn, though only briefly. Since their departure, Bartolomeo has been rather aloof. Recently, Ser Filangieri has decided to leave the Order of the Sultansworn over matters of personal honor. Coatleque does not agree with his decision, but holds no ill feelings against him. She has heard no word of him since his departure, but rumor has it he has sworn allegiance to an Ishgardian house.
Brynnalia Callae Affiliations: The Maelstrom, Monetarists, Ala Mhigan Resistance Status: Alive
A raven-haired former member of the Ala'Mhigan resistance. Coatleque met Miss Callae through Jameson Taeros by which she is employed. They deal with each other as needed though often with opposing goals. Brynnalia seems to be motivated only by money in Coatleque's eyes. This is blessing and a curse as Coatleque knows the woman can probably be bought, but perhaps by the wrong person.
Delial Grimsong Affiliations: Herself Status: Alive (for now)
The Kinslayer, bane of the Ala Mhigan resistance. Coatleque knows almost nothing about this woman personally. Their paths often cross at the hands of others, and typically only when dirty deeds need doing. From what dealings they have had, she is none too impressed with Delial. Anyone with as much bad blood in their history as her is not someone Coatleque is willing to trust so readily. Recently, she has gone so far as to deliver the woman into the hands of former resistance members to give them the chance at delivering whatever justice is deserved.
Edda Eglantine Affiliations: La Noscean Nobility Status: Alive
To Coatleque, Lady Eglantine is the only sign of nobility outside of Ul'dah she has had direct contact with. To date, they have not had much to talk about, but Coatleque enjoys her company if only to just watch how she holds herself and acts around others.
Erik Mynhier, Ser Affiliations: The Sultansworn, The Immortal Flames Status: Alive
A man of no small renown, Coatleque only knows about him from the rumours and hearsay of others. He has recently returned after some ordeal and is ready to take up his prior mantle as Captain in the Immortal Flames, and as a fellow Sultansworn. She still regards the man with some amount of awe and worries he may ultimately disapprove of her leadership abilities.
Evangeline Primrose Affiliations: Republic of Ul'dah Executive Committee Status: Annoying
Dravanian heretic, Ishgardian exile, and self-proclaimed revolutionary. Evangeline has been a thorn in Coatleque's side since she arrived in Ul'dah. Their relationship has been a string of heated debates separated by shite flinging (quite literally once time). In the end, Coatleque's even-temper seems to have won out as Evangeline's strategy has mellowed some. They have even come so far as to be civil in one anothers company.
Franz Affiliations: None Status: Alive
An apparently Ishgardian mercenary who Coatleque first met when she separated his fist from Natalie Mcbeef's face in the Quicksand. She knows next to nothing of the man personally, but after recent events he seems to be much more docile, even civilized. They occasionally trade words in the Quicksand.
Gharen Wolfsong Affiliations: Free Paladin, Ala Mhigan Resistance Status: Alive
Free Paladin, and member of the Ala'Mhigan resistance. Coatleque met him first through his sister Roen. A rather private person, in her estimation, their paths do not cross often. She is happy to work with him whenever they do, however. Recently they have begun working together to track down and bring Nero Lazarov to justice.
Gideon North Affiliations: None Status: Alive
Jameson's now former valet and butler. Coatleque had the displeasure of reinforcing Jameson's dismissal of the man after recent events. Perhaps not so much a friend, she sees him for what he is and can appreciate him as she is a servant herself. In all her dealings with Taeros, Gideon has unwittingly served as a voice on the side who helped to keep her grounded in who she is as the world crumbled around her.
Gus Pumpkinweed Affiliations: The Piquant Pumpkin Status: Orange
The fast talking owner of the Piquant Pumpkin. Coatleque met him when she chased off a street rat who was harassing his business dealings outside the Quicksand. He was so impressed that he offered her a job providing security. She hesitantly accepted, more so that she can keep herself busy when not on active duty, than for the pay (which she often neglected to collect). Coatleque eventually had to end her employment under Gus as her duties back in the city began to take more and more of her time.
Ha'uruh "Howl" Nunh Affiliations: None Status: Alive
A friend of Ser Warren Castille. Coatleque helped Warren search for him when he mysteriously disappeared into Coerthas while chasing Seimei Ikari. After an unexpected and open conversation behind the Quicksand, Coatleque thought she had some common ground with the man. Unfortunately, certain other events have left her questioning his sense of honour. While she can understand his reasons, she is loathe to condone them. Their current relationship is strained at best.
Inessa Hara, Ser Affiliations: The Sultansworn, Private Investigator Status: Alive
A recent and surprising addition to the order. Inessa Hara was a private investigator who setup shop in Ul'dah. After a string of events left her feeling rather impotent in the political spectrum, she decided to persue a career where she would have more leverage to accomplish her goals. Coatleque is unsure what to think of her, feeling that her self-serving motives will eventually clash with the Tennants of the Order and leave them with one less member once again.
Iskander Ionius Affiliations: The Sultansworn Status: Alive
A new recruit to the Order, and the adopted sister of Romy Leonhardt. Iskander has been the only initiate to date who impressed Coatleque with her initial response to her interview questionnaire.
Jameson Taeros Affiliations: Monetarists, Garlemald Status: Alive, Romantically entangled
A prominent and wealthy Monetarist who seems to have sprung up from nowhere within the city-state. The man has his fingers in many nefarious looking plots, though none of them can ever be traced back to him directly. Coatleque was forced to deal with him through her subordinate at the time, Natalie. After Natalie's death, Coatleque took the initiative to try and infiltrate Taeros's business dealings by feinging interest in him for the sake of her friend Roen. What she did not expect is that they would develop feelings for each other. Presently, she has been spending most of her nights at his estate.
Jancis Milburga Affiliations: Gridania, The Coral Sea Status: Sweet & Innocent
Coatleque met Jancis in Gridania just after the Knight had left Ul'dah to take up Conjuration. She was at first a fellow student, though already more advanced, and later became a close friend. Coatleque trusted her and eventually they became like sisters. While Coatleque is busy with her duties in Thanalan, Jancis continues to roam Eorzea freely offering help to others. The two still cross paths whenever they can to trade news and stories.
Kage Kiryuu, Ser Affiliations: Former Sultansworn, The Brass Blades Status: Missing
Kage was one of the Sultansworn who were under suspension pending an investigation into charges levied after the Nanawa mine incident. He was instrumental in tracking down The Rose and obtaining a redacted statement of Roen's spy allegations. Kage has since left the Order to pursue his own goals. She sometimes sees him in the Quicksand, though they rarely trade words.
Kahleed Aideron Affiliations: Monetarists, The Immortal Flames, Bloodsworn Status: Alive
An Immortal Flame, turned Blade, turned Bloodsworn. Kale has been a rather blunt voice of the Monetarist persuasion in Ul'dah. He and Coatleque share a number of views on how to go about protecting their city, however their opinions differ greatly on the execution of such views.
Kahn'a Od'hilkas Affiliations: The Immortal Flames Status: Alive
An Immortal Flame and second in command of the Red wings division. Coatleque has worked with him on occasion, most recently when a Garlean terrorist attempted to poison the city state of Ul'dah and assassinate the Sultana. She knows little of the man's personal life, but has great respect for him professionally and will trust his judgement.
Koporo Aporo, Ser Affiliations: The Sultansworn Status: Alive
A Sultansworn in training. Koporo currently serves under Kage Kiryuu. Coatleque sees him as impatient and short-fused. His anger seems to speak before his better judgement when conflict begins to escalate around him. Coatleque has tried lending her hand to Kage's mentoring to try and guide Ser Aporo down a more diplomatic path.
Leanne, of the Fancy Hat Affiliations: The Coral Sea Status: Free-Spirit
A young Miqo'te adventurer not from Ul'dah. She seems to wander the length and breadth of Eorzea and pops-up unexpectedly from time to time. Coatleque first saw her at the Grindstone where she was the first competitor to ever enter (and win) with a bow. While not much older than Leanne, Coatleque feels partly responsible to protect the girl from the seedier parts of the City whenever she is in Thanalan; Even if she does not know her very well personally.
Natalie Mcbeef, Ser Affiliations: The Sultansworn Status: Deceased
Never before was there a more perfect example of comedic tragedy such as Natalie Mcbeef. The Miqo'te was a walking disaster with a good heart who Nymeia conspired against almost daily. While the two of them had begun their relationship in bitter conflict, over the course of their work they had grown to respect each other for the roles they each played in the security of the city-state. Natalie was eventually killed in action during a botched raid on La Noscean soil.
Nero Lazarov Affiliations: Cowboys of the Steel Horse Status: Wanted, Dead or Alive
A gentleman of fortune from Limsa Lominsa that Coatleque met through her friend Roen Deneith. The Knight has been trying to gather information on him for Roen's sake. She knows they are working together against the Monetarist Jameson Taeros, and would spare Roen being double-crossed by apparent allies yet again. All she knows so far is that he is a well-known and ruthless businessman in the lower city.
Nyalie Lihzeh, Ser Affiliations: The Sultansworn Status: Missing
One of the older Sworn, and a lieutenant. Nyalie tends to avoid direct confrontation, preferring her role as requisitions officer and maintaining the palace armory. She still keeps her sword arm, however, and is always willing to help should need arise.
Obsidian Hornet Affiliations: None Status: Retired?
A fearsome woman whom Coatleque nearly crossed while trying to exonerate Roen from false charges levied against her. Coatleque bargained her own life to this woman to gain her trust in the matter. Trust which was well-placed in the end. Since those happenings, Obsidian Hornet has disappeared from the public eye. It is rumored she has settled down as a rancher in a quiet and remote area of Eorzea.
Oscare Iono, Captain Affiliations: The Maelstrom Status: Dark Chocolate
A dark and brooding Highlander and expert with the bow. Coatleque knows little of this man, but sees him around quite often. He takes strong offense to the properness of her speech, becoming quite irate whenever she refers to him as Master, or almost any other title. Coatleque knows he serves the Maelstrom as Captain and that he seems to fancy her friend Jancis. Though her own lack of free time does not afford much opportunity for meddling.
Osric Melkire, Cheif Sergeant Affiliations: The Immortal Flames Status: Lurking
Chief Flame Sergeant of the Immortal Flames. Coatleque traded her assistance to him for information in another investigation. Since then, Ser Melkire has been held under duress by a madman. He was complicit to multiple attacks against Ul'dah. While Coatleque understands the man's reasoning, she cannot condone his actions. For her part, she will let the Immortal Flames handle justice of their own.
Otto Vann Affiliations: The Monetarists Status: Fabulous
A wealthy merchant and clothing designer who has made himself a name in Ul'dah. He seems to respect the Knight and always stops to greet her when they pass. She helped him resolve an issue regarding some stolen pants, and in return he made her an exquisite white dress which she wears now whenever possible. Regardless of how others see his doting upon her at times, she considers the eccentric artisan to be a friend.
R'elend Tia Affiliations: The Brass Blades Status: Alive
A Brass Blade who was recently transferred to the city from another tour. Coatleque has only recently met him, and has not had time to form any sort of opinion yet.
Roen Deneith, Ser Affiliations: Former Sultansworn, Former Brass Blade, Free Paladin Status: Alive
One of three Sultansworn whom Coatleque helped to exonerate. During Roen's imprisonment, Coatleque was her personal gaoler and attended her every morning and evening. Coatleque would speak with her often at night, first to try and distract the woman from her troubles, but then later out of her own curiosity as the two grew closer. Out of this a friendship has blossomed. Coatleque would stand with her new shield sister against whatever threatens her on the horizon.
Romy Leonhardt, Ser Affiliations: Former Sultansworn (in training), Free Paladin Status: Alive
One of the younger new initiates to the Order. Romy has shown a somewhat level head compared to some of the others, though the overzealous nature of youth may come back to bite her at times. Coatleque finds herself needing to constantly reassure the girl that she does have the strength needed to perform her duties.
Roysia Stone, Ser Affiliations: The Sultansworn Status: On Leave
A recent initiate into the Order of Sultansworn, Roysia is rather independent and headstrong. Coatleque finds she must follow up on tasks that Roysia has been assigned not to make sure they were completed, but to make sure there is no political fallout. Her mouth may get the better of her in the end.
Shaelen Stormchild Affiliations: Ala Mhigan Resistance Status: Alive
Smuggler and Ala Mhigan resistance member. Coatleque first met this woman while working to prove Roen's innocence of her false charges of spying. From there they have had limited interaction as the woman is rather aloof and nervous of being near law enforcement. Recently Coatleque has struck a deal with her to deliver Delial Grimsong into her hands in the exchange for information on where to find Nero Lazarov.
Shas Tarry, Ser Affiliations: The Sultansworn Status: Alive
A veteran Paladin of the Order. Shas left the city under favorable terms a few years ago. She has since returned to Ul'dah and the Order and has been a tremendous help to Coatleque at reigning in all of the younger initiates. Shas tends to be more blunt than Crofte but she still keeps a rather level head.
S'honji Affiliations: None Status: debonair
A self proclaimed master thief and Free Paladin, Coatleque doesn't know what to believe about S'Honji. His overly flirtatious nature combined with rumors she hears from other women around Ul'dah leave her believing he is nothing more than an overly fanciful story teller.
Sei Castille Affiliations: None Status: Alive
A Miqo'te woman whom was previously set to wed Ser Warren Castille. For unknown reasons, the two had parted long ago. Coatleque helped Warren search Coerthas for her when she disappeared suddenly. Since then she has come back into Warren's life and the two have been competing for his affections. Warren chose his former love in the end. Coatleque does not trust her intentions and believes she will only hurt Warren again.
Spahro Llorn Affiliations: The Toneberry's Lantern Status: Alive
The scathingly angry reporter for the Tonberry's Lantern paper that is circulated across Eorzea. Miss Llorn never shies away from speaking her mind in and out of the papers. She has blasted both Jameson, and Crofte alike. For these reasons Coatleque avoids talking in her presence as much as possible. Still, there are occasions where the girl can sometimes come across as being almost friendly.
Tasa Rhyzul Affiliations: None Status: Alive
A strong, stoic Elezen whom Coatleque met while assisting the Harbingers. Coatleque quickly found herself drawn to the woman's confident attitude. Their relationship had a few quick ups and downs, but with Coatleque's promotion her work has conspired to keep the two apart. They remain good friends however, and the Knight still looks up to the older woman's mothering influence in her life.
Val Nunh Affiliations: Harbingers of Dawn Status: Alive
Not so much a friend as an acquaintance. Coatleque knows next to nothing about him, save what she unfortunately has to overhear when in the same room. Her first impression was of him and another member discussing their many visits to the brothels of Ul'dah - a conversation which has left her with distaste for them both.
Valirelia Ferox Affiliations: None Status: Unknown
A rather enigmatic Miqo'te - Coatleque met Vali at her first orientation for the Piquant Pumpkin. Since then she's learned they share some common ground through past acquaintances. Coatleque doesn't know what to make of the girl yet, but she always seems to be around wherever Coatleque goes. She has recently shared that a large bounty has been placed on her head by the Empire. Until this is removed, she will be away from Ul'dah in hiding.
Verad Bellveil Affiliations: The Goblet Housing Authority, Royalists Status: Dubious at best
One of the few honest merchants in Ul'dah. The man excels at selling low quality merchandise at overly affordable prices. In fact, most of his goods he practically gives away. Coatleque has yet to buy anything from him, but still keeps the 'plot device' he gave her just in case she has need for instant smoke in the middle of the desert. Having read his personal memoirs, she has a certain insight to the man that others may not have.
Warren Castille, Ser Affiliations: Free Paladins Status: Alive
Often found in the Quicksand in past times. They were quickly drawn to each other and shared an intimate, though brief relationship. It ended when he left her to once again pursue his former love who had left him before. Coatleque has never quite gotten over his reasons, but understands them to the best of her abilities. The air around them has been tense since then, as former lovers tend to be.
X'kohu Tia Affiliations: None Status: Alive
A friend that Coatleque met while under previous employment. His rather forward advances have made for some lightly awkward conversation mainly do to Coatleque's obliviousness. They have tried to share conversation recently, but Coatleque's duties have kept her busy. She finds herself promising over and over that she will make time, but only winds up disappointing them both.

(Please feel free to leave whatever IC rumors, true or not, that you want)

PC Rumors

Alexei Volkov:
"The knight? Capable arm, dependable. Seems to be drawing much attention quickly. Good. Let her draw attention, vill continue to vork from shadows."


Askier Mergrey:
"She doesn't approve of my explosives. Well I don't approve of her not approving my explosives!"


Aya Foxheart:

  • "She likes to keep an eye on the Quick Sand, and make sure that no one gets up to any trouble. She's the kind of Sultansworn that they're supposed to be. I trust her."
  • "I'm not sure I've ever met anyone who so deserved things to go right for her - its such a shame that they never seem to. I'd do whatever I could for her, I'm lucky to call her a friend!"
  • "Ser Crofte never seems to stop. I know she'll always do what's right, but sometimes it seems like she embraces the struggle too readily - she mustn't lose sight of what she's trying to protect. She needs to take time to stop and look around her, and remember the world in which she lives."
  • "I fear Ser Crofte must find the strength to hold the pillars of Ul'dah; alone, if she must."

Berrod Armstrong:
"Well she ain't a sellout, I'll tell ya that. I done cat-called her on the street once. Was a real bastard 'bout it. Up ta now she ain't told nobody, and I even got a chance ta tell 'er sorry."


Cyneler Fenrir:
"She was my guide to the Sultansworn."


Delial Grimsong:
"To think I wished better for her. Alas, we cannot help those who do not want it, and she has made her stance very... very clear. It would be rude of me to not return the favor."


Evangeline Primrose:
"I used to think Lady Crofte was an Evil Bitch. Turns out she is just a bitch, and not bad as bitches go."


Fio Arasgain:
"One of the few who haven't been corrupted by gil in this cesspool of a city. I can only admire her sense of duty. However, would it kill her to take a day or two off?"


Franz Renatus:

  • "I kept seeing her in the Quicksand after that one fight I had, but never talked to her. After that event, we've been talking more. She's more interesting than she lets on."
  • "Have you seen her drink before? That girl with a steel will who is the symbol of being fair and just hides something else. I'd like to see it one day."

Gharen Wolfsong:
"She strikes me as an honorable woman, th' type te ne'er go against her word. I hope she's as incorruptible as th' mask she chooses fer everyone te see might indicate, lest th' pit o' vipers tha' is Ul'dah get th' better o' her."


Gideon North:
"I had at first presumed her to be a woman bound by duty, and of rigid adherence to code. It would be more accurate, I believe, to say that Miss Crofte will hesitate at... very little... to achieve her own ends. One might, however, see that as more respectable than the former."


Jancis Milburga:

  • "So many ask me about her. Wish to know her. I shall tell her you asked!"
  • Rarer Rumor "Cici is the one who made me understand what family and life mean."

Kahn'a Od'hilkas:
"She looked a little concerned last time I saw her. Hmm? Ah, on a mission, a lovely arrangement. A place where people ought to smile."


Kale Aideron:
"Does she bloody smile? I ploughin' bet you I work 'arder than 'er, 'nd even -I- can kick back 'nd relax, least once a seven-day. But yea', fine, I like 'er. Knows what the fuck needs to be done, unlike the latest batch of pansy paladins 'trained' by Captain Jenlyns..."


Kiht Jakkya:
"Crofte? I still hardly know her, but we recently spent some time together... Learning about Dragons... I should go."


Lilithium Altair:
"I see her around all the time! Never spoken much with her though, save when she's kept Ado out of trouble."


L'yhta Mahre:
"I heard she was in charge of security at half the taverns in Eorzea! You definitely don't want to get on her bad side, at least if you want to get a drink anywhere outside of Mor Dhona!"


Natalie Mcbeef:
"She's not quite as annoying as I first thought. She wears the armor like she was born to do so, I wish I felt as comfortable in it."


Orrin Halgren:

"The Sultansworn? My experience with her is that she puts Ul'dah's safety above all other reason. It makes her commendable in service and obstructive in others..."


Obsidian Hornet:
"All the good intentions in the world don't mean a thing if you don't have the wit or skill to make good on them. Crofte means well but she needs to be better. I trust her, she's a good person, but her incompetence could get people killed. Herself included."


Oscare Iono:
"What was it, Wristcleaver? Wristbreaker? Bah, it doesn't matter. If you like your head on your shoulders though, it'd be smart to behave around her."


Osric Melkire:
"Ser Crofte? Aye, I know her. She 'n' I find ourselves workin' cross-purposes more often than either o' us would like. Would that that could change, eh?"


Remimont Portier:
"She appears to possess a remarkable sense of duty and justice both. All of my interactions with her feel as if I am speaking with a character from any number of novels I have read. Tis astounding to meet such a person in the flesh. She is an example, truly."


Roen Deneith:
"It was our own hearts that created the rift between us. Perhaps... someday, it will close it as well. But today is not that day."


Spahro Llorn:
"Crofte has this amazing ability to aquire power and forsake any responsibility to use it. It's like watching a dragon fret over whether or not it'll run out of eggs before it gets married."


Verad Bellveil:
"She's a good woman, so much so that I have no idea how she manages to tolerate my presence. Making me question my own dubiousness! A cunning plan."


Warren Castille:
"She's chosen. I wonder if she sleeps at night. Rumor says she doesn't."


X'Kohu Tia:
"Coat's an alright girl, got a good head on her shoulders and a good heart in her chest. Still, if she wants to keep patrolling taverns, she's gotta learn to hold her liquor!"


NPC Rumors (Newer)

  • Random Brass Blade: "A pain in our collective arses she is, but we have orders to 'put up with her' for the time being."
  • Ul'dahn Nobleman: "Hrmpf... I see that Royalist wench coming and going from the estate of Taeros far to often. About time he produced an heir anyway."
  • Sultansworn Squire: "Don't you believe those naysayers. Ser Crofte is still as loyal to her Grace as she has ever been."
  • Ala Mhigan Refugee: *snorts* "Oh how the mighty have fallen."

NPC Rumors (Older)

  • Quicksand Patron: "Poor woman can't hold her liquor. After just one drink she starts speaking in tongues or the like."
  • Woman in Mourning: "I've seen her in the Ossuary paying respects to some unknown man. They must have been close."
  • Long-necked Sultansworn: "If you see that Highlander buzzing around her again, tell him I'm watching him."
  • Ul'dah Guttersnipe: "I heard 'er talking te that pimp o'er in Pearl Lane. He sure put 'er in 'er place. Good te know she ain't as high 'n mighty as she thinks."
  • Quicksand Patron: "I seen her get'n all kissy-faced with that other Paladin. They think they're subtle, but they ain't."
  • Random Palace Guard: "Ser Crofte has paid the ultimate price for Her Grace, and by some miracle survived to serve again. She is an inspiration to all of us who swear the Oath."
  • Random Brass Blade: "She's all fancy talk and good looks. Keep the pressure on her and she'll go right back to 'er whore'n ways."
  • Random Brass Blade: "Oh, I remember her. Quite good with her mouth that one, mmm-hahahaha!"
  • Random Brass Blade: "She was my favorite. Just something about those eyes... and red hair. *sigh* Shame when we had to take that place down."
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"Look Jancis, I'm flying!" ~ while being carried to an inn room after too much wine


"I'm not a warrior like you, Tasa. I was supposed to be a house-wife!" ~ personal moment with Tasa Rhyzul


Jancis: "Can you see from back there?" Coatleque: "I can see exactly what I need to." ~ while watching Warren at the Grindstone


"Everyone is fragile, Ser. It merely depends on what height we are dropped from." ~ Advice given to Warren Castille


"Titles change often, Miss. You are what you chose to be. Remember what you are, and title may yet return in time." ~ Advice given to Roen Deneith


"Aye, he says mae subornimate has a plan. Which I think means Natalie is about tae step in shite again..." ~ After too much whiskey.


"Compassion is never wrong, but when you begin to show too much of it the line of justice becomes harder to cross. And then one day your enemies are as dear to your heart as your family." ~ to Roen, regarding due process


"The best games are those you do not know you are playing until the very end." ~ Words of Jameson Taeros over dinner

The following is a list of forum threads that detail specific encounters and longer plots. Some may be continuing, some may be completed, and others may have been chance encounters.


What You Are in the Dark Thread Owner: Nero Lazarov / Roen Deneith Status: Concluded
As pressure mounts and darkness closes in, we are who chose to be. The rivalry between Taeros and Lazarov reaches its conclusion for all involved.
The Coming Storm Thread Owner: Nero Lazarov / Roen Deneith Status: Concluded
After the events of The Forlorn Fortnight and No Good Deed, Lazarov escalates his plans for Ul'dah in full force.
Scales in the Sand Thread Owner: Verad Bellveil Status: Concluded
What happens when contraband from Ishgard is randomly distributed among the populace of Ul'dah? Dragons in Thanalan!
Dear CiCi Thread Owner: Jancis Milburga Status: On-going
Personal letters and private musings of Coatleque's dear friend Jancis written to her from the Mist.
Chronicles of a Sultansworn in (the) Heat Thread Owner: Coatleque Crofte Status: On-going
Random encounters and musings of one of Ul'dah's knights.
Paladin's Proof Thread Owner: Chachanji Gegenji Status: Completed
Chachanji Gegenji would like to be a paladin. Coatleque has given him a task to set him on his way.
Coincidence and Happenstance Thread Owner: Natalie Mcbeef / Coatleque Crofte Status: Completed
What happens when a loyal dog of the state and a bleeding heart of the people are locked in an elevator?
A Renewal of Trust Thread Owner: Coatleque Crofte Status: Unknown
With Natalie gone, Coatleque is now the closest to Taeros. For her friend's sake she means to spy on him. But is there something more there?
Of Service and Brotherhood Thread Owner: Coatleque Crofte Status: Unfinished
Ser Crofte takes a group of new initiates on an important mission for the Palace to teach them to work together.
The Wandering Warrior Thread Owner: G'leo Nunh Status: Completed
A high value target is wandering lose in Ul'dah. He may have been caught, to, if not for Evangeline's quick thinking.
The Rights of All Thread Owner: Natalie Mcbeef Status: Completed
Evangeline Primrose, self-proclaimed savior of the common man, has setup her soap box in the city square. How long can she pontificate before the guards silence her?
Remnants of a Life Inexpertly Led Thread Owner: Natalie Mcbeef Status: Completed
With Natalie gone, Coatleque has been designated executor of her estate.
A Cup of Tea? Thread Owner: Aya Foxheart / Coatleque Crofte Status: Unfinished
While Warren is away, Coatleque spends a day to relax with Aya away from the Quicksand.
Clearing the Air Thread Owner: Osric Melkire Status: Completed
Rumors abound and trust is hard to keep. Sometimes you need to speak frankly.
The Crooked Phoenix Emporium Thread Owner: Crooked Tarot Status: Completed
There is a new shop in town. Ser Crofte performs one of her routine inspections while on another case.
The Hand That Feeds You Thread Owner: Natalie Mcbeef Status: Completed

An Unscheduled Luncheon Thread Owner: Coatleque Crofte / Warren Castille Status: Completed
The budding relationship between Crofte and Castille.
Second Hand Faith Thread Owner: Roen Deneith Status: Completed
After a Ceruleum core goes missing and three Knights are demoted as an example, Jenlyns reluctantly sics his latest upstart on the problem.